Lawn and Garden

There is something magical about home gardens, even simple ones. Fresh vegetables and fruits for family and loved ones, beautiful fresh flowers, environmental friendliness, and physical and emotional health all can be provided with a home garden. And as many small-lot homeowners are finding, small raised bed gardens and small backyard gardens don’t even need a whole lot of space! There are a few gardening items that can be of significant aid to home gardeners, and high-quality compost is among the most important. The cheapest way to get compost is to simply create a compost bin on the ground, but many gardeners have embraced the Turnable Compost Bin to save valuable space, improve efficiency, and keep the garden clean.

In this article, we will look at the features commonly found in compost tumblers, and the advantages and disadvantages of these gardening tools. We will also suggest a few options for those who are interested in purchasing a tumbling composter.

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Fresh, homegrown vegetables require sunlight, water, soil, and a lot of work. Fortunately, with the introduction of the Lifetime 60058 Compost Tumbler, Black, 80 Gallon Capacity, the soil and the work parts will lessen a little bit! With its large capacity, the 60058 Composter by Lifetime  [Amazon Link] [Wayfair Link] ranks as one of the biggest tumblers in the market today.

The Lifetime can produce 80 gallons of compost at a time, enough to cover an average and large-scale home garden. Typically this composter will produce compost in 3-4 weeks, depending on the type of source material used, and only has one compost bin. However, it is quite a nice unit at a good price point.

This article provides an in-depth look at the Lifetime 60058 Compost Tumbler panels, examines the specs and details of the product, and reviews it.

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With the introduction of the Castilla Rain Barrel by Algreen, collecting rainwater has never been so easy, stylish, and environmentally friendly! Algreen’s Castilla line of 50-gallon rain barrels is available in five different colors and is perfect for those looking to collect rainwater in an aesthetically-pleasing container that doubles as a planter. With a pleasing look, this barrel brings out a modern, classic feel that will blend with any style of patio, lawn and garden space.

It is a perfect choice for those who wish to save money on water with style and is particularly helpful for those who live in hot regions where water can be scarce.

This elegantly-designed barrel comes in various colors: Brownstone, Slate, Sandalwood, Dark Brown, and Terra Cotta. The Algreen Castilla line of rain barrels was our runner-up choice among the Best Rain Barrels on the market.

In this article, we will take a close look at the features and uses of this rain barrel, and review it.

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If you seek fresh, homegrown organic vegetables, you’ll want to start with high-quality compost. For many with smaller yards and minimal space, a raised compost tumbler, like the Jora Composter JK270 shown here, is an extremely efficient way to make outstanding compost for the garden.

Functionality and simplicity are the hallmark traits of the Jora 270 dual chamber compost tumbler. Ideal for small to medium-sized families, urban composting, and most gardening needs, this bin excels in efficiency, producing compost with a quick turn-around time. Built with heat in mind, the insulation allows for internal temperatures to reach up to 160’F, perfect for ensuring a speedy process and destroying the bad stuff you don’t want, like pathogens and weed seeds.

The only significant downsides of the Jora 270 are a lengthy assembly process and a premium price. If you are comfortable with a cordless drill, and with the price point, the Jora is an excellent choice!

In this article, we will take a close look at the Jora 70 Gallon Composter JK270, looking at the pros and cons of the unit.

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